What to Expect During the Texas Probate Process - The Probate Law Group in Houston, TX

Myths and Facts About Probate in Texas

Probate is a poorly understood process. It’s not unusual for Texans to have a great deal of trepidation and worry about the Texas probate process and what it entails.  As probate lawyers in Houston, TX, we want to help clear up some of those misconceptions  Myth: Probate must always be lengthy and expensive. We help […]

What Happens When a Person Dies Without a Will in Texas? - The Probate Law Group

What Happens When a Person Dies Without a Will in Texas?

Dying without a will is known as dying intestate. Intestacy requires the state to distribute the assets of the estate in accordance with that state’s law.  Who inherits will depend on who survives the decedent and state law. The state will use the heirship process to determine who the surviving heirs are, and in what […]

Frequently Asked Questions About Texas Muniment of Titles - The Probate Law Group

Frequently Asked Questions About Texas Muniment of Titles

Transferring real estate after death can get complicated, especially if you can’t locate the real estate title. Fortunately, Texas has a procedure that allows courts to treat certain documents as proof of a property title so the transfer may proceed. This may only be done when the deceased leaves a valid will behind and may […]

Texas Letter of Testamentary | The Probate Law Group

Texas Letter of Testamentary 

An executor or administrator of an estate may not simply jump in and begin distributing assets and funds the moment a person passes on. They must first apply for the legal right to administer the estate. Validating the will or verifying that the estate will be administered per intestacy laws is the purpose of the […]

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Simplified Probate Process in Texas: What You Need to Know

Navigating the probate process in Texas can be overwhelming, especially for beneficiaries dealing with a decedent’s estate. The Probate Law Group brings you good news – a simplified probate process is available for estates below a certain value. This shorter and more efficient process comes with important procedural steps that cannot be avoided.   Who […]

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Navigating Probate: Identifying Exempt Assets in Texas

The probate process can present various challenges, both logistically and emotionally, for the loved ones left behind by a decedent. However, not all assets are subject to probate, as some are automatically exempt from the process. At The Probate Law Group, we specialize in distinguishing between probate and non-probate assets, sparing families from unnecessary resource-draining […]